Teasel

Dipsacus fullonum

Also known as Fuller's teasel.

WarmingDryingTaste: Bitter

Little used in modern herbalism effects disputed PFAF. Used in Lyme protocols (anecdotal/lab support for anti-Borrelia). Antioxidant anti-AChE antibacterial (roots vs S. aureus E. coli) in vitro Plants 2020. Similar species (D. asperoides) in Chinese Pharmacopoeia for bone/joint.

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DiureticDiaphoreticStomachicAntibacterial

Indications what the tradition reached for it in

Dyspepsia
Liver obstructions
Cancerous sores
Loss of appetite
Skin conditions
Acne
Jaundice
Fistulae
Warts
Edema
Fluid retention
Urinary disorders
Digestive complaints
Fever
Common cold
Bacterial infection
Infection

Safety

Pregnancy: Pregnancy Caution

Breastfeeding: Lactation (source flag notSafeInLactation)

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Dosing as the sources wrote it

Preparation	As written	Metric
tincture	tincture 2-10 drops 1-3x/day	0.04-0.2 mL
decoction	decoction 1-2g dried root up to 2x/day (similar species	1000-2000 mg

Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.

From the sources

Clinical Notes. Little used in modern herbalism effects disputed PFAF. Used in Lyme protocols (anecdotal/lab support for anti-Borrelia). Antioxidant anti-AChE antibacterial (roots vs S. aureus E. coli) in vitro Plants 2020. Similar species (D. asperoides) in Chinese Pharmacopoeia for bone/joint.

indications. Teasel is traditionally indicated for: Dyspepsia, Liver obstructions, Cancerous sores, Loss of appetite, Skin conditions, Acne, Jaundice, Fistulae, Warts, Edema, Fluid retention, Urinary disorders, Digestive complaints, Fever, Common cold, and 2 further conditions.

dose-reference. Reference preparation/dosing for Teasel: Root infusion (strengthen stomach; appetite; liver; jaundice); leaf infusion wash (acne); root ointment (warts; wens; whitlows); tincture 2-10 drops 1-3x/day; decoction 1-2g dried root up to 2x/day (similar species

safety-cautions. Teasel - Contraindications: Insufficient reliable information, possible estrogenic effects, potential interactions with blood thinners, immunosuppressants, hormonal meds | Side effects: Gastrointestinal discomfort, allergic reactions (limited data | Safety flags: not considered safe in pregnancy; not considered safe during lactation.

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